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Commemorating the 8th anniversary of The Master at Merigar West, the weekend of September 25-27.
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8th Anniversary of the Passing of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
Commemorating the 8th anniversary of The Master at Merigar West, the weekend of September 25-27.
Technical Projects at Dzamling Gar
Excerpts from an Interview with Thinley Koblensky and Gabriele Marazzi of the Gakyil
How I met Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
I want to express my deep gratitude to Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, Namkhai Yeshi, and all of my Vajra kin, some of who are mentioned in this writing and others not, who have been my friends and helpers on this journey of life. A la la ho!
Commemorating the Passing of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
On September 27, 2025, many people around the world mark the 7th anniversary of the passing (Parinirvana) of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
A Dream of Awakening:
Continuing The Celebration Of The 40th Year Of The Publication Of ‘The Crystal And The Way Of Light: Sutra, Tantra, And Dzogchen’.
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How I met Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
I want to express my deep gratitude to Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, Namkhai Yeshi, and all of my Vajra kin, some of who are mentioned in this writing and others not, who have been my friends and helpers on this journey of life. A la la ho!
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8th Anniversary of the Passing of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
Commemorating the 8th anniversary of The Master at Merigar West, the weekend of September 25-27.
Asia
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Vajra Dancing in Japan!
The second annual Dance Dance Dance in Japan with teacher Kyu Reiko was held on June 26-28, 2026, by Yamanaka Lake at the foot of Mt. Fuji.
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2026 Membership Renewal Reminder
Membership in the Dzogchen Community is one of the fundamental ways we help sustain the precious Teachings of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
A Heartfelt Offering
Last year we were very happy to share the news that the nine metre statue of Guru Padmasambhava at Garphu, in Upper Mustang, Nepal, had finally been completed.
Latest Releases from Shang Shung Publications
Discover recent publications in English, Italian, Spanish and Chinese languages.
Solidarity is the Answer to One of the Worst Climate Disasters of the Decade
This tragedy has once again highlighted the fragility of the Himalayan glacial ecosystem—a concern that communities in the region have been raising for years.
Atiyoga Foundation
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Yantra Yoga A to Z
Yantra Yoga from A to Z is starting next Saturday, May 30th, guided by Maxim Leshchenko and Nataly Nitsche.
Ka-Ter Translation Project
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The Written Works of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
A talk by Adriano Clemente offering deep insights into the vast literary legacy of Chögyal Namkhai Norbu
School of Tibetan Medicine
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Graduation of New Cohort of Tibetan Medicine Diet & Lifestyle Counselors
New cohort of Tibetan Medicine Diet & Lifestyle Counselors graduated from the SSI School of Tibetan Medicine in the US
- Dynamic Space of the Elements
- School for Tibetan Language and Translation
- Sangha App
News from the Changchub Dorje 108 Stupa Project
In 2014, Chögyal Namkhai Norbu initiated the project called The 108 Stupas of Changchub Dorje, based on a terma of that Master
Tibetan Language Course
Dear students of Tibetan language, we will soon resume our Guided translation course based on the tibetan text of the Precious Vase by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu.
What do you need to maintain constant practice?
September means coming back from the holiday time, back to our regular routine and rhythm.
MACO Museum of Arcidosso
PRACTICE
Courses and activities
- Santi Maha Sangha
- Yantra Yoga
- Vajra Dance
- Khaita Joyful Dances
- Respira
- Kumar Kumari
Two Courses with Julia Lawless at Dzamling Gar
There were two courses with Julia Lawless at Dzamling Gar in August 2026.
Summertime at Kunsangar North: Yantra Yoga Program With Oni McKinstry
The extensive Yantra Yoga program in Russia with third-level teacher Oni McKinstry from Australia started on July 13 at Kunsangar North, Moscow Region, with the Teachers’ Training Level 1.
Dancers of Today and Tomorrow
Vajra Dance course at Merigar West with Adriana Dal Borgo, 16-20 September 2026.
4th Edition of Merigar’s Children’s Day
Merigar's Children's Day celebrated its 4th year running and was greeted by perfect summer weather
Respira in San José, Costa Rica
Respira Course in San José, Costa Rica on August 16th, 2026 with Nataly Nitsche
4th Edition of Merigar’s Children’s Day
Merigar's Children's Day celebrated its 4th year running and was greeted by perfect summer weather
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